To achieve ACM20121 a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed comprising seven (7) Core and five (5) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 480.
Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
Core units of competency |
ACMGEN201 | Work in the animal care industry | 30 |
ACMGEN202 | Feed and water animals | 30 |
ACMGEN203 | Feed and water animals | 40 |
ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals | 40 |
ACMSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 |
ACMWHS201 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes | 40 |
BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | 40 |
| Total nominal hours for core units | 240 |
Elective units of competency (Select five) |
Group A (at least 3 must be selected from Group A) |
ACMEQU214 | Prepare to work safely around horses | 60 |
ACMGEN205 | Source and provide information for animal care needs | 40 |
ACMINF201 | Handle companion animals safely and follow infection control guidelines | 60 |
HLTAID011 | Provide first aid (credit transfer) | 18 |
Group B |
ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs | 40 |
ACMSPE317 | Provide general care of domestic cats | 40 |
| Total nominal hours for elective units | 198 - 240 |
| Total nominal hours for the qualification | 438 - 480 |